Petya Koycheva

Senior Associate Commercial Dispute Resolution @Freeths

London, GB
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WORK HISTORY

May 2022 — Present

Senior Associate Commercial Dispute Resolution @Freeths

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London, GB

I specialise in commercial dispute resolution and have experience dealing with a wide range of contentious matters, including breach of contract, company disputes, debt claims, data theft, privacy and breach of confidence. I have a particular interest in finance and technology disputes.I have acted for clients across a broad range of business sectors including IT and digital, banking and financial services, transport and logistics, construction and engineering.I am familiar with all stages of the dispute management process from pre-action negotiations through to trial and enforcement of judgments. I am always happy to advise clients on alternative methods of dispute resolution, such as mediation and arbitration.

EDUCATION

2014 — 2014

Comité français de l’arbitrage, Paris Arbitration Academy

Certificate of Participation, International Commercial and Investment Arbitration

2004 — 2010

Sofia University St. Kliment Ohridski

Master of Laws (LL.M.), Law

2013 — 2013

Universität zu Köln, Cologne Academy on International Commercial Arbitration

Certificate of Participation, International Commercial Arbitration

N/A

The Russian Institute of Modern Arbitration

Certificate of Participation, “Exploring Centerpieces: Core Concepts of International Arbitration”

1999 — 2004

First English Language School

High Education Degree

2012 — 2017

City St George’s, University of London

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), International Commercial Law and Arbitration

2011 — 2012

University of Leicester

Master of Laws (LL.M.), International Commercial Law

2014 — 2014

The Hague Academy of International Law - Académie de droit international de La Haye

Certificate of Participation, Private International Law

SKILLS

Legal AdviceInternational ArbitrationInternational LawDispute ResolutionArbitrationLegal WritingLitigationContract LawEuropean LawLegal ResearchCommercial LitigationAlternative Dispute ResolutionEmployment LawCorporate Law

ABOUT PETYA KOYCHEVA

I am a dual-qualified dispute resolution lawyer (England & Wales and Bulgaria) with a doctorate in international commercial arbitration and a strong track record of delivering strategic, commercially sound outcomes for clients across borders and sectors.My practice spans complex commercial litigation and international arbitration, with particular expertise in technology (including cryptocurrency and digital assets), life sciences, energy, and corporate disputes. I advise clients from the earliest stages of a dispute through to trial, settlement negotiations, and enforcement proceedings, always with a focus on protecting their business interests and positioning them for success.Risk management is my cornerstone I provide proactive advice that blends legal precision with commercial insight, helping clients decide whether to settle or escalate. My work often involves advising on- Contractual pre-conditions to arbitration- Enforceability of arbitration agreements- Applicable laws and jurisdiction- Interim and conservatory measures- Enforcement of arbitral awardsMy work is defined by strategic clarity, collaborative engagement, and a results-driven mindset. I bring a well-rounded perspective to every matter, combining academic rigour with practical experience to help clients navigate high-stakes disputes with confidence.

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